[evilmess]

As I stepped out of the office today to go get some lunch I noticed something odd about half a block away. I immediately knew what it was but in my head I was thinking that it wasn't one of "those" simply because you just don't see "those" around here.

To my joy it certainly was one of "those" and I had a chance to talk with the owner a bit and really size up the car. First off let me say that this car was superbe! It was much smaller than I had imagined and had a strong muscular look from all angles. Under the hood was a 351 with lot's of room and I noticed the speedo was rated at 140 (mph?).

What a fantastic car and a pleasure to finally be able to see one in real life!

Here are a couple pix I snapped.

Image 1

Image 2

 

[ChadInman]

Those are some great pics. I have never seen one of those before. - Chad

 

[badcatt]

We had one like this at Cascade Cougar clubs Prowl last summer, in Renton WA. Neet cars!!!!!!!

 

[leonbray]

What's rare about an XB Falcon GT Hardtop - saw about 6 of them today at swap meet

By the way if anyone wants to convert their 71/72 Cougar to right hand drive the XB dashboard bolts right in

 

[leonbray]

BTW - those GT coupes were built to race in production touring cars - like trans am. The 140mph speedo is real and the 4V clevelands with top loader and 9" would cruise all day. The GTs also have 4 wheel disc brake set up.

The one in the photos looks like a real nice example although the wheels spoil it.

 

[evilmess]

The guy told me that his is one of only 2 in Oregon, the other is a Mad Max Clone. He gave me a flyer with a URL that has more info on Aussie muscle cars.

http://www.aussiecoupes.com

 

[73XR-7owner]

what year is that?

66? the front end looks like it.

i didn't even notice the right hand drive until i read leon's response!

 

[FoKKerj]

I wish i could see one in person; stupid Ohio

 

[leonbray]

Next time your holidaying in Oz I'll arrange for you to see a few. They are even available in 4 door.

Other options include 1:43 scale model ($US30) or 1:18 scale model ($US65)

 

[kona66]

rare ford

I found this picture a few months ago. Car looks pretty tough.

 

[kona66]

rare ford

see if this works

 

[xbgtseattle]

It was great to see and meet all the Cougar owners ar the WA meet last year ( I had the Red GT there). For those who are back east there will ba a get together of Australian Falcon Hardtops at the "All Ford meet" at Carlisle PA.
Info at : www.madmaxcars.com

Jeff

 

[badcatt]

Thanks Jeff

Jeff,
Will you be at the Prowl this summer? e enjoyed your company last summer and hope you'll be able to drop by. Neal.

 

[xbgtseattle]

Neal,
When is the dates for the Prowl? I hope to be there with my new GT and Troy from Mad Max Cars .Com as he has the only Landau in the USA.
Hope you are happy and well
Jeff